What is the cost of living in Old Orchard Beach, ME?
According to the most recent data on the cost of living, Old Orchard Beach has an overall cost of living index of 110, which is 1.1x higher than the national index of 100.
Compared to Maine, Old Orchard Beach has a cost of living index that's 1.1x higher than Maine's index of 99.
The standard of living in Old Orchard Beach ranks as #24 most affordable out of the 32 places we measured in Maine. By definition, that implies Old Orchard Beach ranks as the #8 most expensive place in the Pine Tree State.
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Old Orchard Beach Cost Of Living Vs. Maine
Six factors go into calculating the cost of living index in Old Orchard Beach. Here is how it fares on each of the criteria:
The Services index in Old Orchard Beach is 103.
The Groceries index in Old Orchard Beach is 100.
The Health index in Old Orchard Beach is 118.
The Housing index in Old Orchard Beach is 100.
The Transportation index in Old Orchard Beach is 111.
The Utilities index in Old Orchard Beach is 103.
| Living Expense | Old Orchard Beach | Maine | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 110 | 99 | 100 |
| Services | 103 | 101 | 100 |
| Groceries | 100 | 100 | 100 |
| Health | 118 | 92 | 100 |
| Housing | 100 | 103 | 100 |
| Transportation | 111 | 109 | 100 |
| Utilities | 103 | 105 | 100 |
Old Orchard Beach Cost Of Living Compared To Maine Averages
Index where 100 = national average. Source: cost-of-living index 2026.
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Old Orchard Beach, ME Housing Cost Breakdown
Housing swings affordability the most between places in Maine, so we broke down housing costs into more detail. Home and income data comes from the most recent US Census ACS 2020-2024. The key points are:
The Median Home Value in Old Orchard Beach is $501,228.
The Median Rent in Old Orchard Beach is $1,246.
The Median Income in Old Orchard Beach is $60,050.
The Home Value To Income in Old Orchard Beach is 8.3x.
The Rent To Monthly Income in Old Orchard Beach is 0.25x.
| Statistic | Old Orchard Beach | Maine | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $501,228 | $407,565 | $332,700 |
| Median Rent | $1,246 | $1,139 | $1,413 |
| Median Income | $60,050 | $74,733 | $80,734 |
| Home Value To Income | 8.3x | 5.5x | 4.1x |
| Rent To Monthly Income | 0.25x | 0.18x | 0.21x |
Old Orchard Beach, ME Costs By Category
Detailed Old Orchard Beach Services costs vs. Maine
| Item | Old Orchard Beach | Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Shampoo | $1.17 | $1.28 |
| Movie | $13.07 | $12.13 |
| Bowling | $17.76 | $18 |
| Haircut | $28.67 | $24.26 |
| Beauty Salon | $53.03 | $45.56 |
Detailed Old Orchard Beach Groceries costs vs. Maine
| Item | Old Orchard Beach | Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Ground Beef | $5.41 | $5.84 |
| Fried Chicken | $1.43 | $1.57 |
| Milk | $4.75 | $4.67 |
| Potatoes | $5.0 | $4.93 |
| Pizza | $11.93 | $12.09 |
| Beer | $10.22 | $10.41 |
| Toothpaste | $3.69 | $3.7 |
Detailed Old Orchard Beach Health costs vs. Maine
| Item | Old Orchard Beach | Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Optometrist | $170.67 | $125.68 |
| Doctor | $146.5 | $135.78 |
| Dentist | $119.58 | $113.29 |
Detailed Old Orchard Beach Transportation costs vs. Maine
| Item | Old Orchard Beach | Maine |
|---|---|---|
| Gasoline | $3.52 | $3.46 |
| Tire Balancing | $76.01 | $59.92 |
Detailed Old Orchard Beach Utilities costs vs. Maine
| Item | Old Orchard Beach | Maine |
|---|---|---|
| All Electricity | $218.65 | $193.99 |
| Phone | $185.73 | $192.25 |
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Cost Of Living In Cities Around Old Orchard Beach
The cost of living varies in the cities and towns around Old Orchard Beach. Here's a quick look at the cost of living in the most populous nearby places:
Portland, ME has a cost of living index of 120, 1.1x Old Orchard Beach.
South Portland, ME has a cost of living index of 119, 1.1x Old Orchard Beach.
Biddeford, ME has a cost of living index of 115, 1.0x Old Orchard Beach.
| City | Population | Cost Of Living | Vs. Old Orchard Beach |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland, ME | 68,854 | 120 | 1.1x |
| South Portland, ME | 26,930 | 119 | 1.1x |
| Biddeford, ME | 22,498 | 115 | 1.0x |
| Saco, ME | 20,819 | 114 | 1.0x |
| Westbrook, ME | 20,775 | 109 | 1.0x |
| Gorham, ME | 7,593 | 117 | 1.1x |
| Kennebunk, ME | 6,221 | 121 | 1.1x |
